ARM 24.159.1404. STANDARDS RELATED TO THE ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE'S RESPONSIBILITY TO APPLY THE NURSING PROCESS

(1) The APRN shall: (a) perform and document thorough and comprehensive, or focused assessment of clients by: (i) collecting, synthesizing and analyzing data, utilizing nursing principles and nursing process at an advanced level; and (ii) utilizing evidence-based research data in practice; (b) establish and document an appropriate diagnosis, treatment plan, and strategy of care based on the assessment, including: (i) individual client needs; (ii) priorities of care; (iii) collaborations when appropriate; (iv) method by which treatment will be evaluated; (v) plan of action for appropriate follow-up; (c) provide and document expert guidance and education when working with clients, families, and other members of the health team; (d) manage and document identified aspects of the client's health status within the APRN's competencies, scope and practice; and (e) document appropriate referrals when a client's health status and needs exceed the APRN's competencies and/or scope of practice.